Is Henkel a good company to work for?

Henkel has an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on over 10,072 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 90% of employees would recommend working at Henkel to a friend and 82% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Henkel have been left by employees working as Praktikant , Internship and Intern .

Does Henkel pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Henkel employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Henkel. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Henkel?

90% of Henkel employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Henkel 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.4 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Henkel?

Intern (332) , Internship (210) , Manager (124) , Brand Manager (85) , Estagiário (81) , Marketing (71) , Marketing Intern (67) , Sales Manager (62) , Key Account Manager (56) , Project Manager (47) , Assistant Brand Manager (44) , Supply Planner (44) , Sales Representative (43) , Analyst (42) , Supply Chain (42)

What are the pros of working at Henkel according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and there are many tools that the company provides" ((in 415 reviews)); "The people were great and were always willing to help me out with anything I needed and provide advice on a daily basis." ((in 371 reviews)); "Super teams Great Know" ((in 242 reviews)); "Healthy and good work life balance" ((in 241 reviews)); "great company and colleagues" ((in 227 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Henkel according to real employee reviews?

"For the lowest managerial levels salaries are low and the workload is huge." ((in 208 reviews)); "Poor management and not respecting for other" ((in 159 reviews)); "No training or coaching in software skills" ((in 52 reviews)); "Poor Management and Leadership." ((in 48 reviews)); "The non flexible working hours" ((in 36 reviews))

What are employees saying about Henkel layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Henkel layoffs and their outlook for job security at Henkel in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Henkel locations?

Düsseldorf , Hamburg , Heidelberg , Berlin , Köln , Wassertrüdingen , Garching b.München , Stuttgart , Jena , Eppelheim , Mannheim , Herborn , Vallendar , Hannover , Düren , Porta Westfalica , Viersen , Meerbusch , Brackenheim , München

Henkel reviews

4.4

90% would recommend to a friend

(5,201 total reviews)

Carsten Knobel

94% approve of CEO

82% positive business outlook

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Henkel has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 5,201 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Henkel employee rating is 20% above average for employers within the Produktion industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

5K reviews

4.0

Dec 11, 2023

Lots of opportunities

Head of marketing and communications

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Henkel provides lots of opportunities for people who strive in a dynamic, fast paced environment.

Cons

Could be more agile environment

Henkel Response

2y

We are heartened to hear that you value the significance of team collaboration. At Henkel, we firmly believe that the collective strength of our employees contributes to our success. Teamwork is not only integral to our current operations but is also a key driver for innovation and success in the future. We encourage an open and collaborative culture where ideas can flourish, and diverse perspectives come together to drive the company forward. As we move forward, we are dedicated to providing opportunities for growth and development to our employees. Your commitment to Henkel is crucial to our shared journey towards a successful future. Best regards, your Henkel Team.

5.0

Dec 3, 2023

Top employer with a lot of benefits

Hr business partner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Flexible work - Social benefits - Henkelaner spirit

Cons

Sometimes long processes due to several alignment meetings

Henkel Response

2y

Thank you for providing constructive feedback. It means a lot to hear about your experiences at Henkel. We are particularly pleased that you recognize our efforts in the area of flexible working. At Henkel, we firmly believe that work flexibility is essential. We are committed to offering work models that allow our team members to balance their professional commitments effectively with their personal lives. In addition to this, we prioritize providing attractive benefits. We understand that the appreciation of our employees is not only reflected through their work but also through the additional perks we offer. Therefore, we invest in benefits that go beyond the daily work routine to ensure that you feel valued at Henkel, not just as an employee, but as an individual. Best regards, your Henkel team.

5.0

Nov 29, 2023

Nice People - Good Products

Human resources business partner hrbp

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good possibilities to make a Career internally.

Cons

Employee rating systems are not optimal.

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